Definition

Noun: * Family Ascaridae: A taxonomic family of large, parasitic roundworms (nematodes) belonging to the order Ascaridida. These worms are typically intestinal parasites of vertebrates.

Usage

• The term "Family Ascaridae" is used in scientific and biological contexts, specifically in parasitology, veterinary science, and zoological taxonomy, to classify a specific group of parasitic worms.
• It functions as a proper noun, the official scientific name of the family, and is often capitalized.

Examples

• The parasitic worm was identified as a member of Family Ascaridae.
• Family Ascaridae includes several genera of medical and veterinary importance.
• The life cycle of nematodes in Family Ascaridae often involves migration through the host's tissues.

Advanced Usage

• In formal taxonomic writing, the family name may be followed by the name of the authority who first described it (e.g., Ascaridae Gray, 1825).
• The term is used in contrast to other nematode families, such as Family Ancylostomatidae (hookworms) or Family Trichuridae (whipworms).

Variants and Related Words

• Ascarid (noun): A common name for any roundworm belonging to the family Ascaridae or the order Ascaridida.
  • The dog was infected with ascarids.
• Ascaris (noun): The type genus of the family Ascaridae, containing some of the most common parasitic worms, such as (the large human roundworm).
• Ascaridiasis (noun): The medical condition or infection caused by worms of the family Ascaridae.

Synonyms

• Large roundworms (common descriptive term, not a taxonomic synonym)
• Ascarid worms (common name)

Notes on Different Meanings

• The term "Ascaridae" refers specifically to the taxonomic family. It should not be confused with the order Ascaridida (a higher taxonomic rank) or the genus Ascaris (a lower taxonomic rank within the family).

Noun

1. large roundworms parasitic in intestines of vertebrates